Change your Spotify display name in settings on any device

Your Spotify display name is the name other users see when you share playlists, follow each other, or collaborate on music. You can change it through your account settings on the web, phone, or desktop app. The process takes less than a minute and takes effect when ready across all your devices.

The name you change in settings is separate from your login email — changing your display name does not affect how you sign in. If you want to change the email address itself, that requires a different step in your account security settings.

Key Takeaways

  • Your display name is what other Spotify users see; your email login stays the same unless you change it separately in account security settings.
  • On the web, go to your profile menu, select Account, and edit the name field under Profile Information.
  • On mobile, open Settings, tap Profile, and edit the name field directly.
  • Changes appear when ready across all devices and do not affect your playlists, followers, or saved music.
  • Spotify allows special characters and spaces in display names, but the field has a character limit of around 30 characters.

Change your name on the Spotify web player

Open Spotify in a web browser and sign in to your account. Click your profile icon in the top right corner of the page — it shows your current display name or a generic user icon. A dropdown menu appears with several options.

Select "Account" from the dropdown. This takes you to your account overview page. Look for the "Profile Information" section, which shows your current display name, email, and date of birth. Click the edit icon (usually a pencil) next to your name or click directly on the name field to make it editable. Type your new name, then click "Save" or press Enter. The change takes effect when ready.

Change your name on the Spotify mobile app

Open the Spotify app on your phone and tap the gear icon in the bottom right corner to open Settings. Scroll down and tap "Profile" — this shows your current display name and other account details. Tap the name field to edit it directly.

Type your new name and tap the checkmark or "Done" button to save. On some versions of the app, you may need to tap "Save" at the top of the screen. The change syncs to your account within seconds and appears on all your other devices.

Change your name on the Spotify desktop app

Open Spotify on your computer and click the down arrow next to your profile name in the top right corner. Select "Account" from the menu. This opens your account page in a web browser window — follow the same steps as the web player method above.

Alternatively, some older versions of the desktop app have a Settings option in the menu. If you see Settings, click it and look for Profile or Account Information. The exact location varies by app version, but the process is the same: find the name field, edit it, and save.

What happens to your playlists and followers when you change your name

Changing your display name does not affect your playlists, saved songs, followers, or any music you have added to your library. Other users who follow you will see your new name the next time they view your profile or see you in their feed. Playlists you created or collaborated on will show your new name as the creator or contributor.

If you have shared a playlist link with someone, that link still works after you change your name. The person who received the link can still access the playlist, and they will see your updated name when they open it.

Limits and rules for Spotify display names

Spotify allows most characters in display names, including spaces, numbers, and common punctuation marks. The name field accepts roughly 30 characters, so very long names may be cut off. Spotify does not allow certain symbols like @ or # in display names, and the system will reject them if you try to save.

Your display name must be unique within Spotify — you cannot use a name that is already taken by another user. If you try to save a name that already exists, Spotify will show an error message and ask you to choose a different one. You can change your name as often as you want, with no limit on how many times you switch it.

Change your Spotify login email separately from your display name

Your display name and your login email are two different things. Changing your display name does not change the email you use to sign in. If you want to change your login email, go to your account page and look for "Email" or "Login Email" in the security or account settings section.

Click "Change Email" and enter your current password to verify your identity. Spotify will send a confirmation link to your new email address. You must click that link within a set time to complete the change. Until you confirm, your old email remains your login email. After confirmation, you sign in with your new email address.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Spotify name on a shared or family account?

Yes, each person on a family plan has their own profile with their own display name. Sign in to your individual account and change the name through your profile settings. Other family members see your updated name when they view your profile or see your activity.

What if Spotify says my new name is already taken?

Spotify does not allow two users to have the exact same display name. Try adding a number, space, or punctuation mark to make it unique — for example, "John Smith" versus "John Smith 2" or "John.Smith". You can also try a completely different name.

Does changing my name affect my Spotify Wrapped or listening history?

No. Your listening history, saved playlists, and Spotify Wrapped all stay the same. Your Wrapped will show your new name when you view it after the change, but all your data and statistics remain unchanged.

Can I revert to my old name after I change it?

Yes. You can change your name back to your previous name at any time by following the same steps. Spotify does not prevent you from reusing an old name, even if you changed away from it.

Why is my new name not showing up on my friend's account?

Changes usually appear within seconds, but sometimes it takes a few minutes for the update to sync across all devices and accounts. Have your friend close and reopen the Spotify app or refresh the web player. If it still does not show after 10 minutes, sign out and sign back in.